Simple carbohydrates are often high in calories and low in nutrients, but excess of them can lead to weight gain. This includes cereals, pasta and rice. Image: freepik
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High intake of simple carbohydrates, such as premade white bread can lead to higher risk for diabetes and heart disease. Image: Freepik
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Excess carbohydrate intake places a large metabolic load on the body. This can lead to obesity and heart disease. Image: Freepik
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Milk is an excellent source of several nutrients including calcium, potassium and several B vitamins. However, it's also believed that it is fairly high in carbs. Image: Freepik
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‌Sweet potatoes have a lot of carbohydrates. One 5-inch sweet potato has about 26 grams of carbohydrates. Image: Unsplash
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Bananas, pineapples, grapes, mangoes, apples, and figs are some of the higher-carb fruits. Image: Freepik
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Oats are a high-carbohydrate food. The type of carbs that oats contain are known as 'complex' carbs – a primary energy source for our bodies. Image: Unsplash
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